T.J. Starks scored 21 points and Texas A&M overpowered North Carolina inside, upsetting the reigning national champions 86-65 Sunday in the NCAA Tournament to mark the second straight year a title holder missed...

T.J. Starks scored 21 points and Texas A&M overpowered North Carolina inside, upsetting the reigning national champions 86-65 Sunday in the NCAA Tournament to mark the second straight year a title holder missed the...

Gabe DeVoe scored 22 points and Elijah Thomas had 18 points and 11 rebounds for Clemson, which closed the first half with a 25-4 run that helped it beat cold-shooting Auburn 84-53 on Sunday and advance to the...

Gabe DeVoe scored 22 points and Elijah Thomas had 18 points and 11 rebounds for Clemson, which closed the first half with a 25-4 run that helped it beat cold-shooting Auburn 84-53 on Sunday and advance to the Midwest...

The UMBC Retrievers pulled off the previously impossible Friday night, making NCAA tournament history in Charlotte by upsetting Virginia, 74-54, before an absolutely shocked crowd at the Spectrum Center.

The UMBC Retrievers pulled off the previously impossible Friday night, making NCAA tournament history in Charlotte by upsetting Virginia, 74-54, before an absolutely shocked crowd at the Spectrum Center.

Fitting, isn’t it, that one of Michael Jordan’s records at North Carolina was surpassed in his own building. The Spectrum Center, home to Jordan’s Charlotte Hornets franchise, was also the site of Friday’s opening round NCAA tournament games.

Fitting, isn’t it, that one of Michael Jordan’s records at North Carolina was surpassed in his own building. The Spectrum Center, home to Jordan’s Charlotte Hornets franchise, was also the site of Friday’s opening round NCAA tournament games.

"I'm coming home!" The first thing that came to mind as Ty-Shon Alexander saw the name Creighton come up next to Charlotte on Selection Sunday. The Blue Jays actually have 2 players from the Queen City as Davion Mintz also plays for Creighton.

"I'm coming home!" The first thing that came to mind as Ty-Shon Alexander saw the name Creighton come up next to Charlotte on Selection Sunday. The Blue Jays actually have 2 players from the Queen City as Davion Mintz also plays for Creighton.

As the Spectrum Center prepares to host first- and second-round NCAA tournament games in uptown Charlotte this weekend, basketball is just one thing that will make for a busy few days in the Queen City.

As the Spectrum Center prepares to host first- and second-round NCAA tournament games in uptown Charlotte this weekend, basketball is just one thing that will make for a busy few days in the Queen City.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina is warning fans to be cautious about where they buy tickets for the NCAA men’s basketball tournament games being held in Charlotte.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina is warning fans to be cautious about where they buy tickets for the NCAA men’s basketball tournament games being held in Charlotte.

Jeff Hardy's return to the squared circle may have hit another speed bump -- depending how WWE wants to handle this latest development -- after an incident that occurred in Concord, North Carolina, on Saturday evening.

Jeff Hardy's return to the squared circle may have hit another speed bump -- depending how WWE wants to handle this latest development -- after an incident that occurred in Concord, North Carolina, on Saturday evening.

An e-commerce billionaire has emerged as the latest potential bidder for the Carolina Panthers, multiple sources have told the Observer. Michael Rubin, a minority owner of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers and the NHL’s New Jersey Devils whose businesses include an online sports merchandise company, is looking into a potential bid for the NFL franchise

An e-commerce billionaire has emerged as the latest potential bidder for the Carolina Panthers, multiple sources have told the Observer. Michael Rubin, a minority owner of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers and the NHL’s New Jersey Devils whose businesses include an online sports merchandise company, is looking into a potential bid for the NFL franchise

Friday at Hayes Stadium, the Charlotte 49ers hosted the #19 team in the nation in East Carolina in baseball. The Niners entered the game on a 5 game winning streak and were undefeated at home at 7-0. Could they keep the streak alive? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out.

Friday at Hayes Stadium, the Charlotte 49ers hosted the #19 team in the nation in East Carolina in baseball. The Niners entered the game on a 5 game winning streak and were undefeated at home at 7-0. Could they keep the streak alive? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out.

After finishing the regular season with the best record in program history, Queens received an at large bid to the NCAA Division II tournament for the 3rd straight year. And there is no substitute for that kind of experience in this pressure packed situation. For more on the Royals as they look to make a run to the Elite 8, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

After finishing the regular season with the best record in program history, Queens received an at large bid to the NCAA Division II tournament for the 3rd straight year. And there is no substitute for that kind of experience in this pressure packed situation. For more on the Royals as they look to make a run to the Elite 8, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Gabe DeVoe scored 25 points and Shelton Mitchell had 21 as No. 19 Clemson beat Boston College 90-82 on Thursday to advance to the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament semifinals for the first time since 2011.

Gabe DeVoe scored 25 points and Shelton Mitchell had 21 as No. 19 Clemson beat Boston College 90-82 on Thursday to advance to the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament semifinals for the first time since 2011.

What a season it has been thus far for the Forest Hills Yellow Jackets. They are 29-2 and will play in the 2A state title game for the first time since 1964. For more on the Yellow Jackets and how they are preparing for the big game in Chapel Hill, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

What a season it has been thus far for the Forest Hills Yellow Jackets. They are 29-2 and will play in the 2A state title game for the first time since 1964. For more on the Yellow Jackets and how they are preparing for the big game in Chapel Hill, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Arena football is back in the Queen City as the Carolina Energy are hard at work preparing for the season opener on March 24th. The team held their media day today at their new home Bojangles' Coliseum. For more on the team, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Arena football is back in the Queen City as the Carolina Energy are hard at work preparing for the season opener on March 24th. The team held their media day today at their new home Bojangles' Coliseum. For more on the team, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Jerome Robinson made a pull-up jumper with 18 seconds left to break a tie, and then forced a turnover on an inbounds play moments later, and Boston College upset North Carolina State 91-87 on Wednesday in the...

Jerome Robinson made a pull-up jumper with 17 seconds left to break a tie, and then forced a turnover on an inbounds play moments later, and Boston College upset North Carolina State 91-87 on Wednesday in the second round...

Senior Peyton Aldridge of the Davidson men’s basketball team has been named Atlantic 10 Co-Player of the Year, while teammate Kellan Grady was selected Rookie of the Year, as announced by the league office Tuesday.

Senior Peyton Aldridge of the Davidson men’s basketball team has been named Atlantic 10 Co-Player of the Year, while teammate Kellan Grady was selected Rookie of the Year, as announced by the league office Tuesday.

Highlighted by a career-high 45 points at St. Bonaventure, Davidson’s Peyton Aldridge has been named Atlantic 10 Player of the Week, for the fifth time this season, as announced by the league office Monday morning.

Highlighted by a career-high 45 points at St. Bonaventure, Davidson’s Peyton Aldridge has been named Atlantic 10 Player of the Week, for the fifth time this season, as announced by the league office Monday morning.

Carolina Panthers general manager Marty Hurney indicated that wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) is the baseline around which the receivers room will be built this season. (Credit: David T. Foster III I The Charlotte Observer)

Hurney must build a receivers room that can immediately be a dominating force in the NFL and especially the NFC South, a complete pivot from the past two seasons, when underwhelming production and injuries stalled the group.

Hurney must build a receivers room that can immediately be a dominating force in the NFL and especially the NFC South, a complete pivot from the past two seasons, when underwhelming production and injuries stalled the group.

Former Carolina Panthers safety Kurt Coleman will join former teammates Ted Ginn Jr. and A.J. Klein in New Orleans next season. Coleman, who was cut by Carolina on Monday, spent the last few days in Indianapolis meeting with teams at the NFL scouting combine.

Former Carolina Panthers safety Kurt Coleman will join former teammates Ted Ginn Jr. and A.J. Klein in New Orleans next season. Coleman, who was cut by Carolina on Monday, spent the last few days in Indianapolis meeting with teams at the NFL scouting combine.

Johnson C. Smith women would start the defense of their CIAA title on Thursday as they took on Lincoln in the semifinals. After taking a one point lead into the half, JCSU would come out hot in the second half. But Lincoln refused to give up. For more on this exciting game, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Johnson C. Smith women would start the defense of their CIAA title on Thursday as they took on Lincoln in the semifinals. After taking a one point lead into the half, JCSU would come out hot in the second half. But Lincoln refused to give up. For more on this exciting game, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Anders Broman scored all 15 of his points in the second half, Adam Pickett matched him with 15 and defending Big South Tournament champion Winthrop beat Gardner-Webb 72-68 on Thursday in a quarterfinal matchup.

Anders Broman scored all 15 of his points in the second half, Adam Pickett matched him with 15 and defending Big South Tournament champion Winthrop beat Gardner-Webb 72-68 on Thursday in a quarterfinal matchup.

Second Annual Carolinas Senior Football Showcase (pdf attached) More than 200 high school seniors will participate in a free football combine, attempting to earn financial aid packages from Division II, III and NAIA college football coaches. Who: An anticipated 200-plus high school senior football players from the Carolinas and surrounding states. College football coaches from more than 30 Division II, III and...More >>

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Photo of Rae Carruth, working as a barber inside prison, provided to WBTV.

Former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Rae Carruth has written a new letter from prison – and in this one he says he now realizes that he will never have an ongoing relationship with his son Chancellor Lee Adams, who lives in Charlotte under the care of Chancellor’s maternal grandmother, Saundra Adams.

Former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Rae Carruth has written a new letter from prison – and in this one he says he now realizes that he will never have an ongoing relationship with his son Chancellor Lee Adams, who lives in Charlotte under the care of Chancellor’s maternal grandmother, Saundra Adams.

Here are the highlights of the final game of the night on Wednesday-- Fayetteville State vs Johnson C. Smith in the CIAA Tournament men's quarterfinals. After a slow start, the Golden Bulls would fight back, but did they win? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out...

Here are the highlights of the final game of the night on Wednesday-- Fayetteville State vs Johnson C. Smith in the CIAA Tournament men's quarterfinals. After a slow start, the Golden Bulls would fight back, but did they win? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out...

Hill, currently Executive Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs at the University of Florida, will assume his responsibilities on March 15 and be introduced at a public news conference on March 6.

Hill, currently Executive Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs at the University of Florida, will assume his responsibilities on March 15 and be introduced at a public news conference on March 6.

Day 2 of the CIAA Tournament and today was the men's opening round game between Elizabeth City State and Livingstone. It was a tight game all the way to the end, but who prevailed to move on to the quarterfinals to take on Bowie State? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out.

Day 2 of the CIAA Tournament and today was the men's opening round game between Elizabeth City State and Livingstone. It was a tight game all the way to the end, but who prevailed to move on to the quarterfinals to take on Bowie State? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out.

Jaylen Adams, Courtney Stockard and Matt Mobley combined to score 96 points and hit all 14 of St. Bonaventure's 3-pointers on Tuesday night to help the Bonnies beat Davidson 115-113 in triple overtime.

Jaylen Adams, Courtney Stockard and Matt Mobley combined to score 96 points and hit all 14 of St. Bonaventure's 3-pointers on Tuesday night to help the Bonnies beat Davidson 117-113 in triple overtime.

Here are highlights of Livingstone vs Lincoln in CIAA Women's opening round action. Who will advance to take on the defending champs Johnson C. Smith in the quarterfinals? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime. Copyright 2018 WBTV. All rights reserved.

Here are highlights of Livingstone vs Lincoln in CIAA Women's opening round action. Who will advance to take on the defending champs Johnson C. Smith in the quarterfinals? Check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime. Copyright 2018 WBTV. All rights reserved.

For former Butler star Clifton Duck, going to Appalachian State to play football was an easy choice and he has certainly made the most of his opportunity. For more on Duck and the outstanding 2 years he has had thus far, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

For former Butler star Clifton Duck, going to Appalachian State to play football was an easy choice and he has certainly made the most of his opportunity. For more on Duck and the outstanding 2 years he has had thus far, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

ROCK HILL, SC—Winthrop’s Xavier Cooks has been voted the 2017-18 Big South Conference Men’s Basketball Player of the Year as the league announced its annual awards Monday evening. In addition to his player of the year recognition, Cooks was an All-Big South First Team selection while Bjorn Broman earned All-Big South honorable mention honors. Anders Broman was named to the Big South All-Academic Team. It was a career season for the Wollongong, New South Wales, Aus...More >>

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Robert Davis Tabbed CIAA Men’s Basketball Player of the Year Charlotte, N.C. (Feb. 26, 2018) – Johnson C. Smith University guard Robert Davis was tabbed as the CIAA Player of the Year the league announced at the annual CIAA Tournament Tip-off Luncheon on Monday at the Charlotte Convention Center. Davis, a senior from West Friendship, Md., led the CIAA in scoring this season with 21.9 points-per-game. Over the course of the season, Davis scored in double-figures in ...More >>

Robert Davis Tabbed CIAA Men’s Basketball Player of the Year Charlotte, N.C. (Feb. 26, 2018) – Johnson C. Smith University guard Robert Davis was tabbed as the CIAA Player of the Year the league announced at the annual CIAA Tournament Tip-off Luncheon on Monday at the Charlotte Convention Center. Davis, a senior from West Friendship, Md., led the CIAA in scoring this season with 21.9 points-per-game. Over the course of the season, Davis scored in double-figures in ...More >>

NJCAA announces opening of office in Charlotte, NC Charlotte, NC – On a monumental day for the NJCAA, Dr. Christopher J. Parker, CEO, with approval from the association's Executive Committee announced the opening of a national office located in Charlotte, NC. Standing in front of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Board of Director's meeting in Charlotte, NC, Parker made the official announcement. "We are extremely excited about the opening of this office," st...More >>

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Monday the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) had its tip-off awards luncheon for basketball players at the Charlotte Convention Center. The CIAA recognized students for their academic achievement and athletic ability. Players are excited to participate in this popular tournament.

Monday the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) had its tip-off awards luncheon for basketball players at the Charlotte Convention Center. The CIAA recognized students for their academic achievement and athletic ability. Players are excited to participate in this popular tournament.

For the second straight year, Winthrop has the Big South Player of the Year as senior forward Xavier Cooks was named the POY on Monday. Gardner-Webb's David Efianayi was named to the All-Conference 2nd team.

For the second straight year, Winthrop has the Big South Player of the Year as senior forward Xavier Cooks was named the POY on Monday. Gardner-Webb's David Efianayi was named to the All-Conference 2nd team.

The Carolina Panthers’ offseason has been marked by separate NFL investigations of their owner and general manager, and this small matter of selling the team. Oh, and Ron Rivera’s coaching staff now includes three new coordinators and several other new assistants.

The Carolina Panthers’ offseason has been marked by separate NFL investigations of their owner and general manager, and this small matter of selling the team. Oh, and Ron Rivera’s coaching staff now includes three new coordinators and several other new assistants.

Down in South Carolina, it was the 1A Upper State Championship as Lewisville took on Ridge Spring-Monetta. Both teams one win from playing for a state championship and this one was a great one down to the final buzzer. For the highlights check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime. =

Down in South Carolina, it was the 1A Upper State Championship as Lewisville took on Ridge Spring-Monetta. Both teams one win from playing for a state championship and this one was a great one down to the final buzzer. For the highlights check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime. =

Spring football is in full swing at Appalachian State and it is a transition season for the Mountaineers. They will have a new quarterback for the first time in 4 years, a new defensive coordinator, and 19 seniors are gone. Yes, the 2018 team will be young but that doesn't mean the expectations will change. For more on spring practice up in Boone, take a look at this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Spring football is in full swing at Appalachian State and it is a transition season for the Mountaineers. They will have a new quarterback for the first time in 4 years, a new defensive coordinator, and 19 seniors are gone. Yes, the 2018 team will be young but that doesn't mean the expectations will change. For more on spring practice up in Boone, take a look at this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Josh Anderson scored a career-high 19 points, Justin Johnson added 16 and Western Kentucky routed Charlotte 93-55 on Thursday night to lock up a first-round bye in the Conference USA Tournament and sweep the season series...

Down in South Carolina, the 1A Upper State semifinals between rivals Lewisville and Great Falls. The winner would punch their ticket to the Upper State Championship Friday in Greenville. Who is one step closer to a possible state title? Watch this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out.

Down in South Carolina, the 1A Upper State semifinals between rivals Lewisville and Great Falls. The winner would punch their ticket to the Upper State Championship Friday in Greenville. Who is one step closer to a possible state title? Watch this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime to find out.

Winthrop started Big South conference play 1-3, but today, they are currently tied for 1st with UNC Asheville. On Thursday, the two teams will meet in Asheville for the top spot. A preview of this mega match up in this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Winthrop started Big South conference play 1-3, but today, they are currently tied for 1st with UNC Asheville. On Thursday, the two teams will meet in Asheville for the top spot. A preview of this mega match up in this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

While answering media questions Saturday in Los Angeles before Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game, the Golden State Warrior star hinted that he’s involved in some kind of deal. He was much quieter on the topic than he’s been in the past.

While answering media questions Saturday in Los Angeles before Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game, the Golden State Warrior star hinted that he’s involved in some kind of deal. He was much quieter on the topic than he’s been in the past.

Conference tournament championships were decided all around the viewing area tonight. In the Southwestern 4A, Myers Park and Hickory Ridge met in the girls title game and rivals Butler and Independence played for all the marbles on the boys side. For extended highlights of each game, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

Conference tournament championships were decided all around the viewing area tonight. In the Southwestern 4A, Myers Park and Hickory Ridge met in the girls title game and rivals Butler and Independence played for all the marbles on the boys side. For extended highlights of each game, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

On January 9th, Queens was ranked the #1 team in division 2 basketball for the first time ever. Their run at the top only lasted a week but what has happened since then is a sign that even better things could be on the horizon for the Royals. For more on the #2 team in the nation, check out this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

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Clemson point guard Shelton Mitchell has returned to campus and is in the concussion protocol after spending a night in a Florida hospital after he got hit in the head late in the 11th-ranked Tigers 81-79 overtime...

Clemson point guard Shelton Mitchell has returned to campus and is in the concussion protocol after spending a night in a Florida hospital after he got hit in the head late in the 11th-ranked Tigers 81-79 overtime loss to...

When teams have tremendous success on the basketball court, senior leadership seems to be a key component. But the girls basketball team at Vance is destroying that notion in a big way this season. For more on this surprising run from Vance, watch this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

When teams have tremendous success on the basketball court, senior leadership seems to be a key component. But the girls basketball team at Vance is destroying that notion in a big way this season. For more on this surprising run from Vance, watch this edition of WBTV Sports Overtime.

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